Medicine Overview of Cefydoc OZ 200 mg/500 mg Tablet

Uses of Cefixime

Side effects of Cefixime

How to use Cefixime

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Cefydoc OZ 200 mg/500 mg Tablet works

Cefixime is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by attacking their cell wall. Specifically, it prevents the synthesis of a substance in the cell wall called peptidoglycan, which provides the cell wall with the strength required for survival of bacteria in human body.

Uses of Ornidazole

Ornidazole is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and parasitic infections.It is used in infections of the brain, reproductive system, gastrointestinal tract, skin, vagina, and other areas of the body.

Side effects of Ornidazole

Common

Nausea, Headache, Dry mouth, Metallic taste.

How to use Ornidazole

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Cefydoc OZ 200 mg/500 mg Tablet works

Ornidazole is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging the DNA.

In Depth Information on Cefydoc OZ 200 mg/500 mg Tablet

Expert advice for Cefixime

Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better.

Never take an antibiotic for a viral infection like a cold or the flu.

Can lead to nausea and diarrhoea frequently. If this becomes severe or persistent or you notice that your stool contains blood or mucus you should stop taking Cefixime immediately and consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you develop a rash or other unexpected symptoms.

Inform your doctor if there is the previous history of drug allergy.

Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Expert advice for Ornidazole

Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better.

It may cause side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and a metallic taste in the mouth.

If you are using Ornidazole in a high dose or for a prolonged time, there is a risk of more side effects, like nerve damage.

You should not drink alcohol during or for 48 hours after treatment. You may develop nausea, vomiting, flushing and headache if you take it together.

Inform your doctor if you have a liver disease. Your dose may need to be adjusted in severe liver disease.

Cefydoc OZ 200 mg/500 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.

Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

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Lactation

No information is available on the use of Cefydoc OZ 200 mg/

500 mg Tablet during lactation. Please consult your doctor.

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Driving

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Kidney

Cefydoc OZ 200 mg/500 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in p

atients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cefydoc OZ 200 mg/500 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions for Cefydoc OZ 200 mg/500 mg Tablet

Frequently asked questions for Cefixime

Q. What is Cefixime and what is it used for?

Cefixime is a cephalosporin antibiotic used for treating many infections, for eg: infections of the ear, throat (e.g. tonsillitis, pharyngitis), chest and lungs (e.g. bronchitis, pneumonia) and urinary tract (e.g. cystitis and kidney infections).

Q. Is Cefixime used for diarrhea?

Cefixime has not been indicated for the treatment of diarrhea. Please talk to your doctor if you have diarrhea before taking any antibiotics.

Q. Is Cefixime a cephalosporin?

Yes, Cefixime belongs to a group of antibiotics called 'cephalosporins'.

Q. Is Cefixime safe for infants?

Safety of Cefixime in children less than 6 months of age (includes premature and newborn infants) has not been established. Please consult your doctor before starting any antibiotics in children.

Q. Is Cefixime a penicillin?

Cefixime is not a penicillin. It belongs to a different class of medicines known as cephalosporin and it works in a similar way as penicillins. However, they are different antibiotics. Please consult your doctor regarding their use.

Q. Is Cefixime a sulfa drug?

Cefixime is not a sulfa drug. It belongs to the class of medicines known as cephalosporins.

Q. Does Cefixime cause diarrhea?

Diarrhea is a common side effect of Cefixime. Diarrhea has been more commonly associated with higher doses. Stop the medicine if you have severe watery diarrhea that will not stop and you are feeling weak and have a fever. immediately consult your doctor.

Q. Does Cefixime cause constipation?

Constipation has not been reported as a side effect with Cefixime. Please consult your doctor in case you experience constipation while taking Cefixime.

Q. Does Cefixime cure chlamydia?

Cefixime is not effective against chlamydia infections, so, it is not used for its treatment. Please consult your doctor if you have been diagnosed with a chlamydial infection.

Q. Does Cefixime contain penicillin?

Cefixime is a cephalosporin which has an action similar to penicillins but it does not contain any penicillin.

Q. Does Cefixime cover pseudomonas?

No, Cefixime is not active against pseudomonas. Most strains of pseudomonas are resistant to Cefixime. Please consult your doctor if you have pseudomonas infections for the appropriate antibiotic treatment.

Q. Does Cefixime contain sulfur?

No, Cefixime does not contain sulfur. Please check the package leaflet (patient information leaflet) before using any medicine for its contents.

Q. Does Cefixime cure syphilis?

Cefixime is not active against the bacteria (Treponema pallidum) which causes syphilis. So, it is not used for the treatment of syphilis. Please consult your doctor if you have signs and symptoms of syphilis.

Q. Does Cefixime cure gonorrhea?

Cefixime can be used to treat uncomplicated gonorrhea caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae (both penicillinase and non-penicillinase producing bacteria). However, always talk to your doctor if you have any infection as it should be diagnosed properly by a doctor before the start of antibiotics. Never take antibiotics yourself.

Q. Does Cefixime treat typhoid?

Cefixime is not indicated for the treatment of typhoid by the government regulatory authorities. However, Indian Academy of Pediatrics recommend the use of Cefixime in children for uncomplicated typhoid fever. It is hence, advisable that you must take the antibiotics for typhoid fever only when it is recommended by your doctor. Do not take antibiotics yourself.

Q. Does Cefixime affect birth control?

There is no evidence of cefexime affecting birth control (contraception). However, interactions may occur and Cefixime may affect the action of birth control pills. Please consult your doctor to confirm whether you require a extra birth control measure while taking Cefixime.

Q. Can I take Cefixime with azithromycin?

No interactions have been clinically observed between Cefixime and azithromycin. However, interactions may occur. Always consult with your doctor before taking two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Cefixime and doxycycline together?

No interactions have been clinically observed between Cefixime and doxycycline. However, interactions may occur. Always consult with your doctor before taking two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Cefixime with paracetamol?

No interactions have been clinically observed between Cefixime and paracetamol. However, interactions may occur. Always consult with your doctor before taking two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Cefixime with folic acid?

Folic acid can be taken with Cefixime as no drug-drug interactions have been clinically observed between them. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

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Frequently asked questions for Ornidazole

Q. Is Ornidazole an antibiotic?

Yes, Ornidazole is an antibiotic and is a nitroimidazole derivative. It is active against anaerobic organisms and microbes like giardia, entamoeba, and trichomonas. Consult your doctor before taking any antibiotics for your infections.

Q. What does Ornidazole treat?

Ornidazole is used for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis (nonspecific vaginal infection), trichomoniasis, amoebiasis, giardiasis, and infections due to anaerobic bacteria. Consult your doctor before taking any antibiotics for your infections.

Q. Is Ornidazole safe in lactation?

It is not known whether Ornidazole passes into the human milk or not. It is advisable that you should not take Ornidazole if you are breastfeeding or breastfeeding should be stopped. Consult your doctor before taking the drug if you are breastfeeding.

Q. Is Ornidazole safe in pregnancy?

There are no studies on the safety of Ornidazole when used in pregnancy. So, it is advisable that the drug should not be used during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor prior to taking the drug if you are pregnant.

Q. Are ornidazole and metronidazole the same?

Both ornidazole and metronidazole belong to the same class of drugs and are nitroimidazole derivatives. They have a similar mechanism of action and are active against similar microbes. However, ornidazole has a longer half-life, so it is given once a day and also has lesser side effects compared to metronidazole. Talk to your doctor before taking any antibiotics.

Q. Is Ornidazole carcinogenic?

Ornidazole has not shown to cause any carcinogenic effect in humans. Talk to your doctor in case you have any further concerns regarding the same.

Q. Is Ornidazole safe?

Ornidazole is a safe medicine if taken in the dose for a duration as advised by the doctor.

Q. How long does Ornidazole take to work?

After oral administration, Ornidazole is rapidly absorbed and takes less than three hours to reach peak concentrations in the blood. It is well distributed in the tissues.